AMMAN — Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and his Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam on Wednesday witnessed the signing of 21 agreements and memoranda of understanding across various sectors, following their co-chairing of the eighth session of the Jordanian–Lebanese Joint Higher Committee, held in Beirut. 

 

In a joint press statement after the signing, Hassan reiterated that Jordan will remain a supportive ally of Lebanon, “upholding its security, stability, and sovereignty.”

 

He stressed that Jordan’s steadfast support for Lebanon is guided by continuous directives from His Majesty King Abdullah, who tasked him with intensively translating the historic ties between the two countries into comprehensive cooperation across all sectors, according to a Prime Ministry statement.

 

Hassan added that although Jordan and Lebanon do not share a direct border, there exist historical bridges of communication, integration, and cooperation. He also stressed that both countries will work to strengthen these bridges and develop relations, which are expected in the coming period to witness enhanced institutional collaboration that will benefit both Jordan and Lebanon.

 

The prime minister highlighted that the two countries resumed the meetings of the Jordanian–Lebanese Joint Higher Committee, emphasising that they will work together to maintain and continue these meetings within the framework of close fraternal relations.

 

He also announced the signing of 21 agreements, covering key areas such as energy, electricity interconnection, industry, trade exchange, investment, tourism, transport, as well as numerous service sectors.

 

Hassan also stressed that both countries agreed to sustain communication and coordination at the level of ministers, officials, and technical teams, to implement the agreements and explore future cooperation, in ways that positively impact the interests of both nations and their peoples.

 

He also commended the significant efforts of the Lebanese government, noting its achievements despite regional challenges and highlighting Lebanon’s serious and courageous reforms aimed at strengthening its economy, security, and stability.

 

The Prime Minister emphasised that regional security and stability are essential for the success of joint projects and for promoting development, stressing that the security and stability of Syria are crucial in this context.

 

Regarding Syria, Hassan said that Jordan seeks for Syria to play a role in completing previously agreed trilateral projects, particularly in electricity interconnection and natural gas supply, stressing that Jordan will spare no effort in supplying the Lebanese people with electricity and natural gas within this year.

 

On the Palestinian issue, the prime minister stressed that it remains the most important Arab cause, reaffirming the shared and steadfast position of both countries. He said that the priority is to consolidate the Gaza ceasefire, move to its second phase, and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to a population enduring extreme humanitarian conditions, while Israel continues to obstruct aid entry.

 

He also warned of the consequences of Israeli policies, violations, and escalatory measures in Jerusalem, the Al Aqsa Mosque compound, and the West Bank, emphasising the need for coordinated Arab and international efforts to stop these violations, which undermine international law and jeopardise prospects for peace.

 

Hassan also said that the ultimate goal of all efforts is achieving a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution.

 

Salam underscored the special significance of Hassan’s visit, highlighting its political and practical implications and the strength of the bilateral relationship.

 

He noted that the visit comes at a delicate regional moment, with overlapping crises and escalating challenges, yet it represents a real opportunity to redirect policies toward prioritising state logic and institution-building over alliances and polarisation.

 

Salam also said that the process of strengthening relations between the two countries began last year through his visit and the visit of Lebanese President Michel Aoun to Jordan. He described the meeting as an important milestone in Lebanon’s return to its natural Arab depth and in restoring Arab relations based on trust, mutual respect, and joint action.

 

He added that the agreements signed aim not only to expand cooperation but also to establish clear frameworks and follow-up mechanisms, ensuring the transition from agreement to implementation, and from intention to results.

 

Salam also stressed Lebanon’s determination to advance the partnership with Jordan responsibly, based on a methodical approach and a firm belief that serious Arab cooperation is the true gateway to stability and a safer regional future.

 

At the conclusion of the session, Hassan and Salam signed the minutes of the eighth committee session, alongside 21 agreements, memoranda of understanding, and executive cooperation programmes in various sectors.

 

The agreements included the executive programme for industrial cooperation, the executive programme for consumer protection cooperation, an international joint MoU on industrial cities, as well as MoUs in social security, investment promotion and protection, tax expertise exchange, digital transformation and IT, civil service and civil defense, electricity, natural gas, renewable energy, energy efficiency, social development, environment, and labor.

 

They also covered tourism for 2025–2028, media cooperation between Jordan News Agency (Petra) and the Lebanese National News Agency, roads, bridges, buildings, housing, tenders, railway transport, youth, local government, education, vocational training, and civil service.